Red Russian Kale Seeds for Planting – Heirloom Cold-Hardy Kale – Sweet, Tender Oak-Leaf Greens for Gardens, Raised Beds & Containers

Grow delicious, nutrient-rich greens with Red Russian Kale Seeds for Planting (Brassica napus var. pabularia). This classic heirloom kale variety is prized for its flat, oak-leaf-shaped leaves with purple-red stems and frilly edges, offering a tender texture and mild sweetness that’s even better after frost. Perfect for both baby greens and mature leaves, Red Russian brings beauty, reliability, and nutrition to your home garden.

Sweet, Hardy, and Productive

• Distinctive heirloom variety – Blue-green leaves with purple veins and edges for a striking garden display
• Cold-hardy performance – Thrives in cool weather and grows sweeter after frost
• Fast-growing & dependable – Suitable for early spring and late summer plantings for extended harvests
• Tender flavor & texture – Sweeter and softer than curly kale, ideal for salads and sautés
• Adaptable to any space – Grows well in garden beds, raised planters, or containers

Why Gardeners Love Red Russian Kale

• All-season reliability – Produces high yields in spring, fall, and mild winters
• Cut-and-come-again harvest – Pick baby leaves or mature greens while plants keep producing
• Versatile in the kitchen – Use fresh in salads, blended into smoothies, or cooked in soups and stir-fries
• Nutrient powerhouse – Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, plus antioxidants and fiber
• Non-GMO & untreated – Open-pollinated heirloom seeds from a trusted, family-owned brand

How to Plant

1. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in well-drained soil after the danger of hard frost has passed.
2. Start indoors 4–6 weeks before your last frost for earlier harvests.
3. Spacing: 12–18 inches apart in full sun.
4. Water: Keep soil consistently moist until germination (5–10 days).
5. Growing zones: Suitable across most USDA zones for cool-season growing.

Harvest & Enjoy

Begin harvesting baby kale leaves at 2–3 inches tall or allow plants to reach full size in 50–65 days. Red Russian kale is a cut-and-come-again variety, producing new leaves throughout the season. Enjoy its sweet, tender greens fresh or cooked—it’s a versatile superfood for every kitchen.

Net Wt. 750MG